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Pumpkin-Shaped Keto Cheese Balls | Low-Carb Halloween Appetizer

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Pumpkin Patch Keto Cheese Balls

🎃 Pumpkin Patch Keto Cheese Balls | Festive Low-Carb Halloween Treat

Looking for a fun, festive Halloween snack that’s low in carbs and high in charm?
These Pumpkin Patch Keto Cheese Balls are your answer!

Made with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and a hint of spice, these mini cheese balls are shaped like pumpkins using orange food coloring and a small herb “stem.” They’re perfect for Halloween parties, fall potlucks, or even kid-friendly lunchbox surprises!

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Only 1g net carb per serving

  • Eye-catching and festive—perfect for seasonal spreads

  • No baking required

  • Kid-friendly and great for parties

  • Fully keto, gluten-free, and vegetarian

🧀 Ingredients (Makes 10 mini pumpkins)

  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

  • 4 oz (½ block) cream cheese, softened

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika (optional for extra color)

  • Pinch of salt

  • 2–3 drops natural orange food coloring (optional)

  • Fresh parsley stems or celery leaves (for decoration)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Mix the Cheese Base

In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cheddar, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Use a fork or spatula to mix until smooth and well blended.

💡 Tip: Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before mixing—it blends much easier!

Step 2: Add Color

If desired, add a drop or two of orange food coloring to make the cheese look more pumpkin-like. Mix well.

Step 3: Shape the Pumpkins

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms into a ball.

Use a toothpick or butter knife to gently indent lines around the side of the ball to resemble pumpkin ridges.

Step 4: Add Stems

Insert a small parsley stem, thyme sprig, or celery leaf into the top center of each cheese ball to mimic a pumpkin stem.

🧡 Tip: Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving to firm them up.

🧊 Storage

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days

  • Best served slightly chilled but not cold

  • Don’t freeze—they will lose shape and texture

🧾 Nutrition Information (per cheese ball)

  • Net Carbs: 1g

  • Protein: 4g

  • Fat: 7g

  • Calories: ~85 kcal

✅ Low-carb, high-fat, high-flavor—the perfect keto appetizer!

🍁 When to Serve

  • Halloween snack boards

  • Thanksgiving appetizer trays

  • Fall-themed potlucks

  • School events or keto lunchboxes

  • Wine & cheese night!

🧠 Extra Tips for Success

  • Use shredded white cheddar for a more “natural” pumpkin color if you skip food coloring

  • Add ½ tsp chopped jalapeños for a spicy twist

  • Serve with keto crackers, sliced cucumbers, or celery sticks

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